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(Lindenwold, NJ) – Several roadway projects will be underway across Camden County during the week of December 1 to December 5.
“Motorists should plan ahead to take alternate routes and give themselves plenty of time to get to their destinations,” said Commissioner Al Dyer, liaison to the Department of Public Works. “Also, remember that when you’re traveling through a construction area, please slow down and stay alert for crew members and debris.”
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TRENTON — All New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (NJMVC) facilities, including agencies, road test sites, and inspection stations, will be closed Thursday, November 27, 2025, in observance of the state holiday.
NJMVC facilities will be open for regular business the rest of the week, including Friday, November 28, and Saturday, November 29.
The Commission’s website at NJMVC.gov remains open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
New Jerseyans seeking motor vehicle services should always visit the website first to access over 25 online services, book required appointments for in-person services and driver testing, and find answers to common NJMVC customer questions.
The Gloucester Township Police Department (GTPD) will participate in “Goal: Zero,” a statewide high-visibility traffic enforcement initiative focused on reducing roadway fatalities and serious injuries across New Jersey. The coordinated Goal: Zero operation will take place on November 26, 2025, between 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM.
Thanksgiving Eve, commonly known as “Blackout Wednesday” or “Drinksgiving,” marks the beginning of a seasonal increase in impaired driving. To address this trend, law enforcement agencies throughout the state will join together for synchronized Goal: Zero enforcement efforts, according to the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police (NJSACOP). Goal: Zero represents a growing statewide commitment to achieving Zero Deaths, Zero Injuries, and Zero Crashes on New Jersey’s roadways. The initiative targets dangerous driving behaviors such as speeding, impaired driving, and distracted driving through a combination of education, high-visibility patrols, and data-driven enforcement.
| New website will connect residents with food resources across New Jersey (TRENTON) — As families across New Jersey prepare for Thanksgiving and the upcoming holiday season, Assembly Speaker Craig J. Coughlin today announced the launch of EndingHungerNJ.com, a new online resource that helps residents find, and contribute to, food resources in their communities. The launch comes during Food Pantry Donation Month in New Jersey, amid rising grocery costs, work furloughs, and recent federal disruptions to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) that have made it harder for families to put food on the table. “As we approach the holiday season, we are reminded that while many of us are preparing to share meals with the people we love, far too many families are still unsure of how they will put food on the table. That is not acceptable to me, it is not acceptable in New Jersey, and it is the reason why we’ve taken the position that hunger is not inevitable. It’s a problem we can solve when government, nonprofits, businesses, and neighbors all pull in the same direction,” said Coughlin. “Simply put, New Jersey refuses to let families fall through the cracks and EndingHungerNJ.com is another step in making that a reality. Whether it’s through impactful legislation, creating partnerships with food banks, or simply lending a helping hand, we’re committed to doing everything we can to make sure every resident has the dignity and the peace of mind that comes with a full plate.” A One-Stop Resource for New Jersey FamiliesEndingHungerNJ.com provides a comprehensive, user-friendly directory of food assistance across the state, including:County-by-county listings of food pantries and community food resources directory of statewide advocates working to end hungerInformation on legislation and State initiatives strengthening food security hunger, information Ending hunger isn’t the work of one office or one organization. It takes a coordinated effort, from local pantries and farmers to statewide advocates, lawmakers, and volunteers. EndingHungerNJ.com builds on that shared commitment and strengthens the network that keeps families supported. |
Camden, NJ – The Camden County Prosecutor’s Office recently took time to give back and brighten the Thanksgiving season for those in need. On November 21, 2025, Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay, Chief of Detectives Robert Ferris, Deputy Chief of Detectives Randall MacNair, and multiple staff members prepared approximately 200 sandwiches, which were donated to Cathedral Kitchen in Camden. The office also concluded a Thanksgiving food drive, collecting non-perishable items for Sacred Heart Parish in Camden. We are proud to support these long-standing community organizations and the important work they do for the residents of Camden. For more information on how you can help, please visit www.cathedralkitchen.org and www.sacredheartofcamden.com.
Cherry Hill, NJ (November 25, 2025) —Jefferson Health’s 16th annual ‘Tree of Lights’ celebration at Jefferson Washington Township Hospital, and its first-ever ‘Tree of Lights’ event in Jefferson Cherry Hill Hospital, honored the lives of those who have battled cancer while raising over $2,000 dollars for Jefferson’s Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center’s New Jersey Cancer Transportation Fund, which helps patients continue to receive vital treatments without the added burden of transportation costs. Annually, the fund provides approximately 2,500 rides to vital treatments.
Held on November 19 & 20, the ‘Tree of Lights’ ceremonies provided participants who made donations in advance to have the names of loved ones who have battled cancer read aloud while a tribute ornament was hung on the branches of each campuses’ Tree of Lights in their honor— a collective symbol of resilience and remembrance. The ‘Tree of Lights’ ceremonies also featured uplifting music and light refreshments as the trees are illuminated.
“Our ‘Tree of Lights’ events are beautiful reminders of how deeply we’re all connected — patients, families and caregivers alike,” said DeAnnette Stanton-Cross, BA, OPN-CG, Cancer Program Administrator. “At our advanced care hubs in Cherry Hill and Washington Township, we see every day how compassion and innovation come together to help patients heal. These events captured that same spirit.”
Police officers and volunteers will distribute food to Woodlynne families in need at Intersection of Cooper Avenue & Woodlynne Avenue, Woodlynne, at 11 a.m.
As part of the Department’s ongoing Unity Policing initiative, CCPD officers will be distributing non-perishable food items to individuals and families in need in Woodlynne community. As the holiday is quickly approaching many families are in dire straits facing food insecurity.
“No one should have to worry about putting food on the table this time of year,” said Chief Gabriel Rodriquez. “As a department, we are proud to help make the holidays a little better for those in need.”
(Lindenwold, NJ) – Several roadway projects will be underway across Camden County during the week of November 24 to November 28.
“Motorists should plan ahead to take alternate routes and give themselves plenty of time to get to their destinations,” said Commissioner Al Dyer, liaison to the Department of Public Works. “Also, remember that when you’re traveling through a construction area, please slow down and stay alert for crew members and debris.”
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Philadelphia, PA – Get ready to strut down Broad Street! Today, Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia was once again named the Title Sponsor for the legendary MUMMERS PARADE, set for Thursday, January 1, 2026. Kicking off a lineup of historic city-wide celebrations set for the coming year, the 2026 Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia Mummers Parade will celebrate the 125th anniversary of its legendary strut down Broad Street with performances from the Fancy, Wench, Comic, and String Band divisions, as well as Mummers personalities and sponsors. The 2026 Philadelphia Mummers Parade begins at City Hall, starting at 9:00am and will continue South to Washington Avenue until 7:00pm.
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